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Travis County

Ballot Tech

Austin, TX · On-site

$20/hr

Training on elections procedures, operation of the electronic voting equipment, election law, and troubleshooting techniques will be provided. Workers are expected to accurately complete paperwork ...

City of Suwanee

Poll Official- Seasonal

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$13/hr

Per the Georgia Election Law, the City of Suwanee is required to have Spanish speaking poll officials. Please indicate on your application if you fluently speak Spanish or any other language. General ...

County of Anson

Director of Elections

Wadesboro, NC · On-site

$62K/yr

Administers voter registration, early voting, absentee voting, Election Day voting, canvassing, recounts, and post-election procedures in accordance with federal law, Chapter 163 of the North ...

City of Suwanee

Poll Official- Seasonal

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$15/hr

Per the Georgia Election Law, the City of Suwanee is required to have Spanish speaking poll officials. Please indicate on your application if you fluently speak Spanish or any other language. General ...

Anson County NC

Director of Elections

Wadesboro, NC · On-site

$62K/yr

Election Preparation and Operations • Maintains regular communication with precinct officials, provides required training, communicates changes in election law and procedures, and supplies all ...

PAC OUTSOURCING LLC

Political Compliance Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$35K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

PAC Outsourcing LLC (www.pacout.com), a team of campaign finance and election law professionals located in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Political Compliance Manager. Full-time, Monday through ...

PAC OUTSOURCING LLC

Political Compliance Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

PAC Outsourcing LLC (www.pacout.com), a team of campaign finance and election law professionals located in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Political Compliance Manager. Full-time, Monday through ...

PAC OUTSOURCING LLC

Political Compliance Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$35K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

PAC Outsourcing LLC (www.pacout.com), a team of campaign finance and election law professionals located in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Political Compliance Manager. Full-time, Monday through ...

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How much do election law jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for election law in the United States is $123,392.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $149,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is election law?

An Election Law job involves working on legal issues related to elections, voting rights, campaign finance, redistricting, and political processes. Professionals in this field may work for government agencies, nonprofit organizations, political parties, or law firms. They help ensure compliance with election laws, litigate election disputes, and advocate for fair voting practices. Their work is essential for maintaining the integrity of the electoral system and protecting democratic processes.

What types of cases or issues do professionals in election law typically handle?

Election law professionals commonly handle cases involving campaign finance compliance, voter registration disputes, redistricting challenges, ballot access issues, and the protection of voting rights. Their daily work often includes advising clients such as candidates, political parties, advocacy groups, or government agencies on the legal aspects of elections and drafting or reviewing related legal documents. They may also represent clients in court or before administrative bodies, and collaborate regularly with policy experts and litigators. The work environment is typically fast-paced, particularly during election cycles, offering opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within the legal or governmental sectors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in election law, and why are they important?

To thrive in Election Law, you need a deep understanding of constitutional law, campaign finance regulations, and voting rights, often supported by a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and bar admission. Familiarity with legal research databases such as Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as experience with case management systems, is important. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and persuasive communication are crucial soft skills for success. These competencies enable election law professionals to interpret complex statutes, advocate effectively, and ensure compliance with evolving legal standards.

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Infographic showing various Election Law job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,392 per year, or $59.3 per hour.

Municipal Law Associate

Best Best & Krieger LLP

Los Angeles, CA

$127K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Best Best & Krieger LLP is a nationally recognized law firm focused on delivering effective and client-service oriented solutions to complex legal issues facing public agencies, businesses and individuals across the U.S. BBK is proud to trace the firm's success back to the groundwork of professionalism and community service laid by its founders 135 years ago. Today, with nearly 250 attorneys in offices throughout California and in Oregon and Washington, D.C., we efficiently and meaningfully assist our clients with complex, multi-disciplinary issues and provide creative solutions.
 

At BBK, we place a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to culture, community and equal opportunity. We are proud of our workplace culture, where we respect and value our colleagues for their unique perspectives and experiences.

We have an immediate opening for an attorney with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience practicing municipal transactional law, including drafting ordinances and resolutions, dealing with open meeting laws, land use and planning, conflicts of interest, free speech regulations, public safety issues, election law matters, and other issues surrounding public agency clients.  Experience handling public meetings essential. Candidates must be licensed in California. 

The reasonably expected pay scale for this position seeking an associate with 3 or more years of experience is $127,500 - $185,000.  The actual salary within that range will depend on the selected candidate’s years of practice and experience.  We encourage all interested candidates to apply.   

Best Best & Krieger is an equal opportunity employer. 

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